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ARTIST STUDIOS/ EVENTS ARTISTS’ STUDIOS
PETER MCFARLANE - ARTIST Salt Spring Island, BC pmcfarlane@uniserve.com www.petermcfarlane.com West coast artist Peter McFarlane uses re-contextualized non-traditional materials, incredibly long hours and serendipity to create vivid, memorable and interesting images. He is represented by Pegasus Gallery of Canadian Art on Salt Spring Island, Mayberry Fine Art in Winnipeg and Toronto, Madrona Gallery in Victoria and Canada House Gallery in Banff.
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Jessie Babin The Sarah Beattie Alex Bierck Ian Bodnaryk CANADA’S Candace Couse PORTRAIT COMPETITION Richard Davis Kelcie De Wildt Marina Dieul Exhibition of Kim Dorland Kristy Gordon Dmitri Gretsky Dana Holst Phil Irish Sarah Kane Nelly Kazenbroot William Lazos The Tony Luciani Michelle MacKinnon Jen Mann 2 November to Katherine McNenly 21 December 2013 Denis Nadeau Noa Ne’eman Suzanne Paleczny Tammy Salzl presented by Jay Senetchko Ian Shatilla Momcilo Simic Sara Sniderhan www.kingstonprize.ca Elizabeth Topham www.artgallerycalgary.org Kristine Zingeler
KINGSTON PRIZE
Thirty Finalist Portraits Art Gallery of Calgary
MICHEL SAINT HILAIRE/FINE ARTIST Winnipeg, MB T. 204-298-9400 www.michelsthilaire.com Fine Artist, Michel Saint Hilaire works in a variety of media, creating mainly with acrylic paint. Currently he enjoys exploring and painting the aesthetics of architecture upon landscapes. His works have been shown in diverse galleries, including the Maison des Artistes, the Winnipeg Art Gallery and the Birchwood Art Gallery where he is represented. He lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Call for appointment. Inquiries for representation are welcomed. SWIRL FINE ART & DESIGN Calgary, AB T. 403-266-5337 tracy@swirlfineart.com www.tracyproctor.com Founder Tracy Proctor is an established artist specializing in the encaustic medium. She teaches encaustic workshops at her Calgary studio, hosts corporate team building events and shows in exhibits throughout Alberta. For more information, or to book an event, visit her on-line gallery. DIANA ZASADNY STUDIO Lethbridge, AB T. 403-715-8990 www.dianazasadny.net Diana Zasadny blends the boundaries of impressionism and abstraction in her landscape paintings. Using acrylic on canvas, she is inspired by outdoor excursions in Canada and the US. Her work is part of many private and corporate collections. Call ahead to visit studio in downtown Lethbridge. Visitors welcome.
ART SHOWS
SIDNEY FINE ART SHOW OCTOBER 18 - 20, 2013 Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney, BC T. 250-656-7412 info@sidneyfineartshow.com www.sidneyfineartshow.com The 11th annual Sidney Fine Art Show takes place October 18 - 20, 2013 in beautiful Sidney by the Sea. This juried show offers an exhibition that is always fresh, exciting and diverse. Since work is available for sale, this is a ‘must’ for collectors. Visit website for details.
ART TOURS
CALGARY ARTWALK GALLERY WALK OF EDMONTON October 19 and 20, 2013, Edmonton, AB art@westendgalleryltd.com www.gallery-walk.com The first gallery walk of its kind in Canada was formed in 1981 to promote both art and artists of merit within the community, focusing especially on work by Canadian artists. The eight member galleries are easily accessible within a nine block walking distance. There are two self-guided events presented per year. Unique exhibitions are planned for gallery walks. Details on website.
ART COMPETITIONS
KINGSTON PRIZE CANADIAN PORTRAIT COMPETITION
72 Galleries West Fall/Winter 2013
PO Box 1005, Kingston, ON K7L 4X8 T. 613-544-6329 facepix@kingston.net www.kingstonprize.ca The Kingston Prize is to encourage and reward the creation of contemporary portraits by Canadian artists, through a biennial competition for paintings and drawings. The jury chooses the 30 finalists for the exhibition, and later awards the Kingston Prize and two Honourable Mentions. The Prize of $20,000 is presented by the W. Garfield Weston Foundation. The exhibition of finalists will be shown Gananoque, Ontario, October 4 to 20, and at the Art Gallery of Calgary from November 2 to December 21, where the winner will be announced.
PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ART AUCTIONS
HODGINS ART AUCTIONS LTD 5240 1A St SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1J1 T. 403-252-4362 F. 403-259-3682 kevin.king@hodginsauction.com www.hodginsauction.com Hodgins is one of western Canada’s largest and longest running auction companies dedicated to quality fine art. They hold catalogued auctions of Canadian and international fine art every May and November. In addition, appraisal services are offered for estate settlement, insurance, matrimonial division and other purposes. Individual and corporate consignments of artworks for sale are always welcome.
ART CRATING
VEVEX CORPORATION 955 East Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R9 T. 604-254-1002 F. 866-883-3899 info@vevex.com www.vevex.com Vevex produces made-to-order crates for shipping and storing fine art. Computer-generated estimates and engineered manufacturing ensure fast quotes and prompt delivery. A range of designs offers choice for commercial, collector and institutional needs. Certified for worldwide export. Supplier of museum-quality crates to the Vancouver Art Gallery.
ART FRAMING
ATLANTIS FINE FRAMING STUDIO & GALLERY 4515 Manhattan Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4B3 T. 403-258-0075 F. 403-259-4211 info@atlantisframing.com www.atlantisframing.com At Atlantis, artwork, textiles and collectibles receive the skilful design choices they deserve. Top quality products are offered in a large selection of custom frames and ready-mades. The gallery space shows work from local and regional artists and the new, larger location also includes art supplies, art classes and workshops. Mon to Fri 9 am - 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 5 pm. FRAMED ON FIFTH 1207 5 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2N 0S1 T. 403-244-3688 info@framedonfifth.com www.framedonfifth.com Owner Hannah White is an experienced custom picture framer -- and an artist in her own right. Her specialized frame shop offers original art framing at reasonable prices for artists, collectors and the general public. Located in eclectic Kensington with ample on-street parking. Tues to Fri 10 am - 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 5 pm. JARVIS HALL FINE FRAMES 617 11 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0E1 T. 403-206-9942 jarvis@jhff.ca www.jhff.ca Jarvis Hall Fine Frames is a full service frame shop offering all levels of custom framing from conservation to museum grade. Frames can be chosen from a wide variety of manufacturers or can be designed,
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